Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Keflavik to London. While takeoff offers dramatic Icelandic volcanic scenery on the right, the landing approach into Gatwick on the left provides more sustained and varied views of the English landscape, North Downs, and Thames Valley—making the left side the better choice for the overall flight experience.

During takeoff from Keflavik Nas (KEF), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Reykjanes Peninsula's dramatic coastline and geothermal features as the aircraft climbs out westward before turning southeast. The peninsula's volcanic terrain and Atlantic cliffs are striking during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Reykjanes Peninsula volcanic landscape, Atlantic coastline with sea cliffs, Kleifarvatn geothermal area, Fagradalsfjall volcanic region.

When landing at Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Gatwick, particularly of the North Downs ridge and the Thames Valley. As the aircraft descends on a westerly approach, the left side reveals the chalk escarpment and suburban London sprawl. Notable sights include: North Downs chalk ridge, Thames Valley, Greater London urban area, Surrey countryside and green belt.

The flight from Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Gatwick (LGW) takes Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours.

The flight path crosses the North Atlantic, passing south of the Faroe Islands (not typically visible) and north of Ireland. The mid-flight segment offers open ocean views with occasional cloud formations. As the aircraft approaches the UK, the Irish Sea becomes visible, followed by the Welsh coast and Snowdonia mountains (appearing as distant peaks on the horizon during descent). The flight then crosses central England, revealing the Midlands and eventually the Home Counties before approaching Gatwick from the west.